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Нижний Николаевский створный маяк (Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light)

XPHV+HV Kronshtadtsky District, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Name and Location

The Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light is a historic lighthouse located in the Kronshtadtsky District of Saint Petersburg, Russia.

Construction and History

The exact date of construction for the Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th or early 20th century as part of a series of lighthouses and beacons to aid navigation through the Gulf of Finland. The lighthouse stands at a height of 16 meters (52 feet) with a focal height of [unavailable].

Architecture and Materials

No specific information is available about the architecture and materials used in the construction of the Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic is Fl(3)W.15s, indicating that it exhibits a flashing white light every 15 seconds. The lighthouse was part of the Kabotazhnaya Gavan seamark system to aid navigation through the Gulf of Finland.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors cannot access the lighthouse due to its remote location and lack of public infrastructure. Opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, and on-site facilities are not applicable.

Notable Views and Landscape

The view from the Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light would likely offer a scenic panorama of the Gulf of Finland and the surrounding coastline. However, due to its remote location and lack of public access, no detailed description is possible.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available for this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The automation status of the lighthouse is unknown. As it is no longer operational, it is unlikely to be included on modern nautical charts.

Further Information

No references for further reading are available.

Details

NameНижний Николаевский створный маяк (Lower Nikolaevsky Range Light)
CitySaint Petersburg
CountryRussia
Coordinates59.9789222, 29.7446895
Tower height16
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typemix of urban and natural environments
View descriptionScenic panorama of the Gulf of Finland and the surrounding coastline
Guided toursfalse
Nearby attractionsparks and beaches
AIS Radarfalse
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s